Perfection is the enemy. It gives you a false state of security. Nothing is truly perfect. You CAN build a body that looks great through pretty boy training but you will not develop the mind beyond the norms of everyone else. Do you want to be like "everyone else" or do you want to build a greater armor, a strong YOU, mind, body and spirit? This is how..... … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2015
The Value of Teaching Work Ethic & Avoiding The Delusional
Above, Opportunity knocks for those WILLING to work their ass off to get it. A crew of CUSC (Certified Underground Strength Coaches) at Elliott Hulse's Strength Camp. Some "get it" and some don't. Some think that what they see on the surface is what you get and the way it's always been. They see a pumping gym and assume it was easy. They don't see the tens of thousands of dollars (perhaps over 100 thousand) invested in training and business knowledge. They don't see the struggles that were … [Read more...]
“Dare Mighty Things” – Underground Strength Nation T Shirt
Every 4-8 weeks a new Underground Strength Nation t shirt will be available for limited availability. Like ALL things related to Underground Strength & what I stand for.... what WE stand for, each shirt will have a powerful quote to inspire you, so that when you wear your shirt, you will feel the desire to push for greater efforts. You WILL "Dare Mighty Things....." Get your Underground Strength Nation T Shirt HERE. This edition will only be available until Friday, January 23rd. … [Read more...]
The Penalty of Leadership – My Thoughts
The Awesome Cadillac Note on The Penalty of Leadership came across my desk as I was studying business materials as I prep for what I want to discuss at my upcoming Mastermind meeting. I share my thoughts on this note from Cadillac and how I've experienced this since my early days as a teacher. For those who strive for excellence in life, this is a must read and watch / listen. … [Read more...]
Travis County Strength, Underground Strength Coach Success Story
I want to introduce you to 2 amazing people, my friends Travis Holley & Jennifer Shaw. After 10 years of being Coaches working with another team and having no plans of going on their own, some unexpected changes forced them to create their own gym. This is their story and how they stepped up to the challenge and created something amazing. Again, whether you're an entrepreneur, strength coach or not, there are amazing lessons in this STRONG Life Podcast on how to Live a STRONG Life. Check … [Read more...]
Travis Stoetzel, Underground Strength Coach Success Story: Attitude & Environment
It was a day I can remember like it was 5 minutes ago. About 10-12 men rolled up to The Underground Strength Coach Certification during the infancy of the Cert. When it was time to get started I noticed 2 things: 1) You could see it in their eyes. 2) These guys were different than past groups. These guys were physically and mentally ready for a much more intense, aggressive weekend of training and learning than any other group before them. Travis Stoetzel stood front and center ready to … [Read more...]
Coach Gags, Underground Strength Coach BOSS: Undeniable Passion for STRENGTH
This is part STRONG Life Podcast and part mini series on featuring a few our Underground Strength Coaches. You might be saying to yourself, "Hey, Zach, WTF does this have to do with ME!? I am not a Coach." Like all the things I write / speak about it, this has to do with being successful. Success leaves clues. Pay attention to Coach Gags and HOW he lives. Then, apply it to your own IF you want to be successful at your career path and life in general. To dismiss this information is to … [Read more...]
5 Simple Steps For A Stronger Life
To live is to learn. To learn is to evolve. If you remain stagnant you are not truly living, you are merely existing. Here are 5 simple steps I've begun implementing more aggressively to live a Stronger Life. Follow these 5 steps yourself and you'll become stronger in mind, body and spirit. The ultimate way to feel stressed out is to remain stagnant. Here we go. Onward and Upward. … [Read more...]